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A tax on imports exports, or consumption goods is called ?

Correct answer: B. Duty

  • A. Drawback
  • B. Duty
  • C. Custom
  • D. Excise

Explanation

A duty is a government charge on goods, especially when they are imported or exported; excise is usually imposed on specified goods produced or sold within a country. The broad wording therefore points to duty.

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